One of Odin’s classics, Let It Out, was inspired by line 70 of the gnostic gospel of Thomas. This book, with many others were hidden away in Nag Hamadi, Egypt, to preserve certain messages for future generations, such as learning to free oneself from the material world, and seeking salvation from the inside-out. Thomas is thought to be one of the earliest written texts, and comes with some simple, straight-forward notions. Take ye not the literal path, but rather learn what ye may from from the pregnant metaphors…

Let It Out
Lyrics by Marc Olson; Music by Scott Ganley and Marc Olson
Copyright 2008, all rights reserved.

The sun’s down on another day
But don’t let the darkness seal your fate – seal your fate…
A few hours and you’ll wake up
Don’t drink from a poisoned cup again – ever again…
Light a candle in your mind
Be prepared to burn the past – burn everything!

Whatever’s stuck inside you will destroy you
Let it out! Let it out!
Whatever you bring forth will surely save you
Let it out! Let it out!

And as the night crawls by
You’ll see the visions scrawled out on the sky
Could be nightmares, could be dreams
It’s up to you, up to me, to everyone…

Whatever’s stuck inside you will destroy you
Let it out! Let it out!
Whatever you bring forth will surely save you
Let it out! Let it out!

Let it out! Let it out!
Be what you were meant to be – let it out!
Let it out! Let it out!
Save yourself from yourself, just let it out!

You have the power inside you
Don’t leave it trapped in a landslide
Don’t let the truth just slip away…
You are not that inundated
Rise up from the tomb you created
Walk out of the shadows of yesterday

The sun dawns on another day
I hope it gives you strength to do more than pray
A few hours and that sun’s up high
Don’t let it blind you, save yourself today!

Whatever’s stuck inside you will destroy you
Let it out! Let it out!
Whatever you bring forth will surely save you
Let it out! Let it out!

Lakewood artist Sarah Brazee-Cannon will be displaying at Odin’s 4th annual Winter Solstice, featuring hand painted boxes and her own signature bottle cap jewelry made from recycled materials. Odin has a special affinity to re-purposed goods, for all mortals should tread lightly on Gaia.

Hand painted boxes by Creative Dragons.

Painting is one of my passions in life, as well as dabbling in photography. I also love using my imagination and creating new and unusual art for everyone to enjoy.

Please join us on 12/21, with the opportunity to peruse more of Creative Dragons’ catalog. Doors open at 7PM.

From the Grimnismal (Poetic Edda): “Oer the whole world wide, every day, fly Huginn and Muninn. I worry lest Huginn should fall in flight, yet more I fear for Muninn.”

Gather round, ye lunatic fringe…Odin had two ravens, Huginn [Thought] and Muninn [Memory], that flew over Midgaard every morning and returned each night to inform their master of the world’s deeds. Thusly, He became the most knowledgeable being in existence.

Odin took additional steps towards wisdom, by seeking a deep drink from Mimir’s [Memory’s] well in exchange for an eye. Sacrifice in exchange for wisdom…and so Odin’s Other Eye lies at the bottom of yon well. What’s more, He took up sacrifice for mankind, by hanging on Yggdrasil [the Tree of Life] for nine days and nine nights, pinned by His own weapon, Gungnir [the spear of Odin].

He died and visited the Land of the Dead and learned to speak their language. For His sacrifice, He was rewarded with nine songs and eighteen runes [or Charms], part of the Elder Futhark still in use in our modern age. And now, hear ye a song about Thought and Memory…

Artist/Designer Kimberly Carman of Night Lily Design will once again be exhibiting at Odin’s 4th annual Winter Solstice on Saturday, 12/21/13. She describes her designs as “handmade, one of a kind creations, from a kid at heart.” Kimberly designs everything from e-reader covers, laptop cases, costume accessories, faerie wings and a plethora of custom sewing. She has made hooded capes, pants for belly dancers, butterfly hair clips, elvish ears and ornamentation, and anything else she can dream up.

I love the challenge of creating in new, interesting and different ways, and that compulsion to create means a wide variety of items on my site for you to explore. My biggest strength is a sort of ‘sky is the limit’ collection of skills and abilities. If it’s creative, I probably do it!

Please mark thy calendar…Saturday, 12/21/13 is Odin’s 4th annual Winter Solstice. Odin’s Other Eye is joined by the Wendy Clark Band and the Legendary Hitchhikers. This is a rock concert and masquerade ball (with prizes), plus some unique and artful vendors. A mere $8 cover.

Where: Stoney’s Bar and Grill (1111 Lincoln, Denver)

Doors open at 7PM, and the schedule is thus:

8PM The Wendy Clark Band

9:30PM Odin’s Other Eye

11:00PM The Legendary Hitchhikers

This show includes a CD release party for Odin’s Other Eye. Lots of merch and plenty to hear, see and do. Marc Sylvir will also reprise his role as emcee of the night’s festivities. Don’t pack up that Halloween costume yet…